Ahimsa Foundation
Invitation OnlyNiwot, Colorado · EIN 85-2700743 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$73.1M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$9,735,000
Total assets$1.1B
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,092,614 and $12,530,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
80% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | Warwick, RI | Advocate for the wellbeing of all animals | $45,710,000 |
| Karuna Foundation | Niwot, CO | Advocate for the wellbeing of all animals | $12,530,000 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Jenkintown, PA | Advocate for the wellbeing of all animals | $9,735,000 |
| Charityvest Inc | Atlanta, GA | Advocate for the wellbeing of all animals | $5,092,614 |
| Go Dharmic Inc | Port Wentworth, GA | Advocate for the wellbeing of all animals | $137 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,067,751 | 5 |
| 2023 | $71,720,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349106847
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-2700743
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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